9-Day Southern Italy Tour: Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Matera & Puglia

All-Inclusive Escorted Italy Vacation with Flights | Naples to Bari Small Group Tour

Discover the soul of Southern Italy on this unforgettable 9-day escorted Italy tour package featuring Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Matera, Bari, and Alberobello. From dramatic coastal cliffs to ancient cave dwellings and charming seaside towns, this immersive journey blends history, culture, cuisine, and breathtaking scenery.

Perfect for travelers searching for a Southern Italy tour with airfare included, expertly guided sightseeing, and authentic local experiences.

Why Book This Southern Italy Escorted Tour?

✔ Roundtrip Flights: New York–Naples, Bari–New York
✔ 7 Nights First-Class Accommodations
✔ 11 Included Meals (7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners)
✔ Professional English-Speaking Tour Manager
✔ Entrance Fees & Local Guides Included
✔ Amalfi Coast Scenic Drive
✔ Pompeii Archaeological Tour
✔ Masseria Farm-to-Table Lunch Experience
✔ Comfortable Wireless Headsets for Touring

Book early – Limited availability for peak Italy travel season!

Detailed Southern Italy Itinerary

(Please note: Group size may vary as travelers join or depart at different points during the itinerary.)

Day 1 – Depart for Italy

Board your overnight flight to Naples and begin your dream Italy vacation package to the spectacular south.

Day 2 – Arrive in Naples, Transfer to Sorrento

Welcome to Southern Italy! Upon arrival in Naples, transfer to Sorrento, perched above the dazzling blue waters of the Gulf of Naples.

This charming seaside town has inspired poets, artists, and travelers for centuries with its dramatic cliffs and Mediterranean beauty.

Evening welcome meeting with your Tour Manager followed by dinner.

Overnight: Sorrento
Meal Included: Dinner

Day 3 – Leisure Day in Sorrento or Optional Capri Excursion

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Sorrento. Stroll along scenic coastal paths, browse artisan shops, and sample authentic limoncello.

Optional full-day boat excursion to Capri:

Visit the glamorous island of Capri, explore Anacapri’s charming lanes, relax at La Piazzetta, and admire the breathtaking Faraglioni rock formations from the Gardens of Augustus.

Return to Sorrento in the evening.

Overnight: Sorrento
Meal Included: Breakfast

Day 4 – Pompeii Archaeological Tour

Travel along the Bay of Naples toward mighty Mount Vesuvius and discover the world-famous ruins of Pompeii.

Buried under volcanic ash in 79 AD, Pompeii offers a rare glimpse into ancient Roman life. Walk along preserved streets and explore temples, villas, and the Forum, frozen in time for nearly 2,000 years.

Return to Sorrento for leisure time.

Overnight: Sorrento
Meal Included: Breakfast

Day 5 – Amalfi Coast Scenic Drive & Journey to Matera

Experience one of the most spectacular coastal routes in Europe along the legendary Amalfi Coast.

Marvel at:

• Dramatic cliffs plunging into turquoise waters

• Terraced lemon groves

• Whitewashed villas

• Seaside villages clinging to mountainsides

Drive past Positano and stop in Amalfi for time at leisure in this UNESCO-listed coastal gem.

Continue inland to Matera, one of Italy’s most extraordinary destinations.

Overnight: Matera
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 – Matera’s Sassi & Bari Old Town

This morning, explore Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the Paleolithic Age.

Discover the mysterious Sassi di Matera, ancient cave dwellings carved directly into limestone rock — considered among the earliest human settlements in Italy.

Continue to Bari, capital of Puglia.

Walking tour highlights include:

• Basilica of San Nicola

• Bari Cathedral

• Castello Normanno-Svevo

• Bari Vecchia’s atmospheric medieval streets

Evening at leisure to enjoy traditional Pugliese cuisine.

Overnight: Bari
Meal Included: Breakfast

Day 7 – Leisure Day in Bari or Optional Trani Experience

Enjoy a relaxed day in Bari or join the optional excursion to Trani.

Explore the historic harbor town and visit its stunning seaside cathedral, dramatically positioned on the Adriatic coast.

Enjoy olive oil tasting and a regional lunch paired with local wines.

Return to Bari for free time in the evening.

Overnight: Bari
Meal Included: Breakfast

Day 8 – Masseria Lunch & Alberobello’s Trulli Houses

Visit a traditional Masseria (farmhouse) for an authentic farm-to-table lunch featuring regional specialties and wine.

Then explore the UNESCO-listed town of Alberobello, famous for its iconic Trulli houses — whitewashed stone huts with conical roofs dating back to the 14th century.

These unique dry-stone structures represent a rare example of prehistoric building techniques still standing today.

Farewell dinner in the evening with your Tour Manager.

Overnight: Bari
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 – Depart Italy

Transfer to Bari Airport for your return flight home.

Meal Included: Breakfast